NICAS Climbing Courses

Mardyke Arena UCC is an accredited NICAS Awarding Centre, offering climbing courses for all skill levels. We deliver Level 1-3 of the NICAS scheme, providing children (ages 7-17) and adults with the skills to become safe and confident climbers.
Adult NICAS Climbing Classes

Stay tuned for upcoming courses! New adult courses would be updated on this section. 

Ever wanted to try climbing? Here’s your opportunity!
This course is perfect for complete beginners and designed to teach you the essential skills for safe and competent indoor climbing.

  • What You’ll Learn: Under the guidance of our qualified instructors, you’ll cover everything needed to build your confidence and climb independently.
  • Equipment: All necessary equipment, including climbing shoes, is provided.
  • Cost: €60 for members, UCC staff, and UCC students | €70 for non-members
  • Minimum Requirement: A minimum of 6 participants is required to run this course.

Please note: NICAS logbooks are also required and can be purchased at main reception for €9.

 

Children's NICAS Climbing Courses (Ages 7-17)

Our NICAS courses offer a safe, fun, and structured introduction to indoor climbing, helping young climbers build essential skills under the guidance of our qualified instructors.

€85 for members, UCC staff, and UCC students | €100 for non-members

  • Days: Saturdays and Sundays
  • Times:
    • Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM / 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • Sundays: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM / 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Duration: 6 weeks

Book Children’s Climbing Wall Course Here

Course 5: April 2025
  • Week 1: Saturday 12th April 2025/Sunday 13th April 2025
    Week 2: Saturday 26th April 2025/Sunday 27th April 2025
    Week 3: Saturday 3rd May 2025/Sunday 4th May 2025
    Week 4: Saturday 10th May 2025/Sunday 11th May 2025(Booking Opens Current Children)
    Week 5: Saturday 17th May 2025/Sunday 18th May 2025(Booking Opens New Children)
    Week 6: Saturday 24th May 2025/Sunday 25th May 2025

 

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Visit NICAS – National Indoor Climbing Award Schemes for more information.